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Application & Interviews

How to Apply

We are a three-year unopposed program and accept applications for first year residents only through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). In addition, applications must be completed through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

We are unable to offer observerships or externships.

For All Applicants

  • Deadline for all application materials is December 1st.
  • You must have three letters of recommendation with at least one being from a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician.
  • USMLE/COMLEX Scores - We look at the first and/or second attempt for Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 2 CS (USMLE), or Level 1 and Level 2 (COMLEX).
  • Personal Statement: Please tell us about why you are choosing Family Medicine and why Alma, Michigan.
  • Be ECFMG Certified if applying as an international medical graduate. 
  • Have clinical experience in the United States, preferably within the specialty of Family Medicine.
  • Be a United States Citizen or have permanent resident status. We do not sponsor or support any Visas.
  • Have graduated medical school within the last 3 years.

Applications will also be evaluated in regard to:

  • Work history and educational background.
  • Evidence of medical school rotations in family medicine or evidence of experience in the specialty of family medicine gained in a health care setting outside of medical school.
  • Language and communication skills.

Interviews

Interviews are scheduled by invitation only.

Contacting the Program Manager

Applications may be submitted through the dean of your medical school using the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Once you apply, further correspondence should be directed to:

Lesha Colthorp - Program Coordinator, MSU/MyMichigan Medical Center Alma Family Medicine Residency Program.Lesha Colthorp, B.B.A.
Program Manager
MSU/MyMichigan Medical Center Alma Family Medicine Residency Program
300 E. Warwick Drive
Alma, Michigan 48801
Phone (989) 466-3627
lesha.colthorp@mymichigan.org
residency.gratiot@mymichigan.org

Apply Through ERAS

  • Deadline: December 1
  • Our NRMP Matching number: 2436120C0
  • Listed as: Michigan St Univ-East Lansing, Alma, Family Medicine

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Resident Testimonial

Photo of Jaclyn Marsh, PGY-3, resident physician at MSU/MidMichigan Medical Center Alma Family Medicine Residency Program, Alma, Michigan.

Jaclyn Marsh, M.D.
PGY-3 Resident

Residency Program Exceeded Expectations

“Coming from South Korea and having lived in a bustling cities, moving to a rural community in central Michigan was a big change for me.  However, this residency program has exceeded my expectations.  The supportive learning environment and the dedication to the underserved community here in Alma have been inspiring.  Being an unopposed program, the opportunities to learn and grow here are abundant.  The personalized attention from attendings ensures that you receive training personalized to you.  To me, this program offers the ideal blend of varied experiences and community-focused care."